In these troubling times, amid the continuing surge in antisemitism, our community must stand together to advance the Museum’s critical mission. With your support, we combat dangerous conspiracy theories and Holocaust denial while inspiring new generations within and beyond our walls to confront antisemitism today.
Along with our chairs, Sharon and Allan Koltin, we hope you can join us for an inspiring event and hear how your support allows us to teach why the Holocaust happened and the importance of confronting antisemitism and hate.
This luncheon is named in memory of Risa K. Lambert, who was dedicated to the Museum from its inception and involved many of her friends in supporting this historic venture. For questions or information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Midwest Regional Office at midwest@ushmm.org or 312.905.5459.
Honorees
- Jamie Diamond Schwartz and David Schwartz
Jamie and David have been dedicated Museum supporters for more than 26 years, having served as luncheon chairs and vice chairs and having led a family mission trip to the Museum. David also serves on the Museum’s Strategic Advancement Committee.
Jamie and David are the current JUF Chicago 2026 Campaign chairs. They founded the Waterton-Adrienne Smith Sarcoma Research Fund and the Sandra Schwartz Wellness Oncology Fund, both at the Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Beyond their joint philanthropy, they both hold significant individual leadership roles. Jamie is a founding board member of Wolcott College Prep, while David is co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Waterton. He also serves on the council for the University of Chicago, Division of the Biological Sciences; the global board of directors at the Urban Land Institute; the board of Columbia Business School Real Estate Forum; and is a member of the executive committee and former chairman of the National Multifamily Housing Council.
The couple remains deeply connected to their faith community as members and active supporters of Anshe Emet Synagogue, which honored them with its Visionary Award in 2024.
Leadership
Event Chairs
- Sharon and Allan Koltin
Sharon is the child of Holocaust survivors, and she and her husband, Allan, have been steadfast supporters of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. They have traveled with the Museum to Poland and attended the National Days of Remembrance commemorations numerous times. In 2015, Sharon co-led a Second Generation Mission Trip to the Museum, and in 2021, Allan and Sharon—alongside her siblings and mother, Rina—chaired the Museum’s Cleveland luncheon.
Sharon worked at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (currently the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab) as an occupational therapist for more than a decade. She has also been a leader in JUF women’s philanthropy and currently serves on the National Women’s Philanthropy Board. Sharon recently completed her tenure as 2025 Campaign Chair of JUF’s Women’s Board. Sharon also serves on the JAC (Joint Action Committee) Board and was a past co-chair for their advocacy conference in Washington, DC.
Allan Koltin is CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, Inc. in Chicago. He is a nationally recognized speaker and advisor to professional and financial services firms. For the past three years, Allan has been named by Accounting Today as one of the Two Most Influential People in the accounting profession. He has been inducted into the Accounting Hall of Fame and is the author of three books for professional services firms.
Sharon and Allan live in Glencoe, Illinois. They have three children, Jack (who is engaged to Avery), Brian, and Julia, who are all currently living in Chicago.
Vice Chairs
Julie and Jon Abt Laura and Adam Docks Tina and Joe Wolf
Event Sponsors
Gifts as of February 26, 2026
$100,000 or more
The Crown and Goodman Families Ann Wolk Krouse, in memory of Paul C. Krouse and Amy Krouse Rosenthal
$50,000–$99,999
Jacolyn and John Bucksbaum Harris Family Foundation—Linda and Bill Friend, Pam Szokol, Caryn and King Harris, Stephanie and John Harris Carol Kaplan
$25,000–$49,999
Abt Family Foundation Danielle Rudas Goodman and Jordan Goodman Jill and Jory Katlin
$15,000–$24,999
Associated Agencies Inc./Herz and Schrayer Families Andrea Kott and Mark Levine Karen and Richard Reisen Marci and Keith Shapiro
Midwest Regional Office
The Midwest Regional Office serves Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New York (upstate), North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Find out more about past programs and how to contact us.